Pan-Fried Chocolate Chip Cookie Skillet

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A warm, gooey chocolate chip cookie cooked quickly in a skillet on the stovetop, perfect for an easy dessert without an oven. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, layers unsalted butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, melt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter in the microwave until just melted, about 20 seconds.
  2. Step 2: Stir in 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract into the melted butter until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 large egg yolk and whisk vigorously until combined and slightly thickened.
  4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/8 teaspoon salt.
  5. Step 5: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just incorporated, then fold in 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips.
  6. Step 6: Heat a non-stick skillet over low heat and grease lightly if needed.
  7. Step 7: Spoon the cookie dough into the skillet, spreading evenly to a thickness of about 1/2 inch. Cover with a lid.
  8. Step 8: Cook on low heat for 12-15 minutes, checking after 10 minutes, until the edges are set and the center is soft but cooked through.
  9. Step 9: Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving warm.

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